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Recall 16V-739

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recalled the 2011 to 2014 Dodge Charger Police and 9 other models: Electrical system (alternator/generator/regulator).

At a glance

Campaign number
16V-739
Reported
October 13, 2016
Vehicles affected
74,811 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 2007-2013 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2013 RAM 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may suddenly fail.

The risk

If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-[removed]. Chrysler's number for this recall is S68.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles